10. Chin-up

A chin-up differs from a lat pulldown in that it necessitates the use of your core to stabilize your lower body. This makes it a superior exercise for training your upper back, arms, forearms, and core musculature. If you can’t do a set of chin-ups on your own, you have a couple of different options. You can start by jumping to the “up” position, then focus on lowering yourself down slowly. Over time you’ll build the strength to get up with smaller jumps, and then eventually just be pulling yourself. Another option is to have a partner help “unload some weight” by spotting your lower back while you go up and down. A third option is to throw a thick band around the bar and stick your knees in it. The band will stretch as you go down, providing some help at the bottom, which is where most people struggle the most.